NHL Rumors: Winnipeg Jets – Laine, Trouba and Stastny
On the Winnipeg Jets ... Sara Orlesky: Forward Patrik Laine was asked about signing a contract extension, and he said he'd like to stay in Winnipeg as long as they want him. Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun: Pending restricted free…
NHL Rumors: Kupari, Senators, Maple Leafs and Stars
On 2018 Draft prospect Rasmus Kupari ... Igor Eronko: Potential 2018 first-round draft pick Rasmus Kupari has said that he'll play in Finland for another two years as he believes it's better for his development. On the Ottawa Senators ...…
NHL Rumors: Philadelphia Flyers – Pending UFAs, Buyout? Possible Trade Targets
On the Philadelphia Flyers ... Dave Isaac: GM Ron Hextall said that at the moment the plan is not to buy out forward Jori Lehtera but said that plans can change. The buyout window isn't until June. Dave Isaac: Hextall…
NHL Rumors: Dallas Stars and the New York Rangers
On the Dallas Stars ... Sean Shapiro of The Athletic: (mailbag) Kari Lehtonen is finished in Dallas. Have been told that they don't plan on re-signing him and will go in a different direction for their backup next season. would…
Potential Offseason Moves by the St. Louis Blues
After six straight NHL postseason appearances and only two years after reaching the 2016 Western Conference Finals, the St. Louis Blues failed to qualify for the 2018 Stanley Cup playoffs. It was a difficult season for the Blues. A combination…
NHL Rumors: Carlson, Voynov, Canucks and Stars
On John Carlson ... Ray Ferraro: (answering question) John Carlson won't be signing five years, it would be seven years around $7 million a season. "Can't believe for a second he would sign in Canada." On Slava Voynov ... John Hoven:…
NHL Rumors: Edmonton Oilers and the San Jose Sharks
On the Edmonton Oilers ... Allan Mitchell of The Athletic: Looking at three areas of need for the Oilers this offseason, and the top free agents at that position. Right-handed defenseman - one that can play on the power-play. John…
Western Conference News: Blackhawks, Kings, Predators, Canucks, Knights, Jets, and Playoff Races
On Goaltender Interference ... Jon Rosen: The Board of Governors approves the changes to coach's challenges on goaltender interference. New standard decided by "the NHL Situation Room (which shall include a former referee in the Officiating Department in the decision-making process)…
Western Conference News: Blackhawks, Stars, Blues, Golden Knights, Jets and Playoff Race
On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Tracey Myers: Coach Joel Quenneville said that Jonathan Toews will be out for a couple games with an upper-body injury and will be re-evaluated next week. Scott Powers: Quenneville said that Toews suffered his injury…
Possible Carolina Hurricanes Trade Options For This Offseason
The Carolina Hurricanes' recent decision to replace Ron Francis as general manager has generated ongoing speculation over his potential successor. Whoever gets the job will be expected to shake up a roster that's on the brink of missing the playoffs for…
Western Conference News: Flames, Stars, Oilers, Wild, Canucks, Knights, Jets, and Playoff Races
On the Calgary Flames ... Darren Haynes: Forward Kris Versteeg has been activated off the IR after missing the past 49 games. On the Dallas Stars ... Mike Heika: Defenseman Marc Methot could be out a little while with a…